Volkswagen has announced its withdrawal from Xinjiang, China, citing political and market pressures. The automaker faced criticism over its presence in a region linked to human rights abuses and forced labor.
๐ก Key Points:
- The Urumqi plant has been inactive since 2019.
- Rising EV adoption and outdated production models made the plant economically unviable.
- VWโs decision reflects the growing demand for ethical and sustainable supply chains.
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